Compare 9 Environmental Studies. programs in Wisconsin. Average earnings: $36,950.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Environmental Studies tells a different story. Across 9 programs, earnings range from $25,194 to $49,880—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
At the top, University of Wisconsin-River Falls produces Environmental Studies graduates earning $49,880, well above the $36,950 state average. UW-Green Bay follows at $47,091, while UW-Madison—despite its selectivity—ranks third at $46,193. The data confirms: program strength varies independently of institutional prestige.
Highest program earnings: $49,880
Strong outcomes with 82% acceptance
10.3% payment burden | Good
18.7% family burden | Challenging
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $49,880 | 34 | $20,500 | Good | $14,500 | Challenging | |
| #2 | $47,091 | 26 | $18,500 | Good | $13,480 | Challenging | |
| #3 | $46,193 | 175 | $20,484 | Good | $28,364 | High | |
| #4 | $44,455 | 24 | $23,188 | Manageable | $18,635 | High | |
| #5 | $38,936 | 79 | $23,000 | Challenging | $16,149 | High | |
| #6 | $29,685 | 23 | $23,000 | High | $11,000 | High | |
| #7 | Northland CollegePrivate | $25,563 | 15 | $25,450 | High | $29,096 | High |
| #8 | Carthage CollegePrivate | $25,553 | 12 | $26,000 | High | $42,940 | High |
| #9 | $25,194 | 22 | $21,500 | High | $13,500 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
